POND INLET, BAFFIN BAY - I wish every Canadian could see the Arctic. It’s a land full of diversity with a raw beauty beyond imagination.

DAWSON CITY, YUKON -— Sophie hauled her massive head out of the water and shook it. Twice. Even from a distance, I could hear the sound of her icicle-coated fur, which rang out like a glass chandelier shaking in an earthquake.

PERHAPS you are currently planning a holiday at an exotic locale. Or maybe you’re just taking a trip to the local beach. Either way, you want to capture the many moments and vistas you witness in the best way possible. Like most people, you might consider leaving your compact or DSLR camera behind and just stick with a smartphone or tablet. And to be honest, for quick snaps you immediately share with friends on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, using the camera on a mobile device can be perfect.